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Originally Posted by mcsyzzerz I think it said you couldnt bring other dogs unless there in the show, so Im going to have to figure out how im going to do this. Im so excited cause i've never done anything like this before.
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There are some spectators (sp?) Usually hanging around the breeds they are interested in. But they all seem to know the right times to approach you as not to distrub you while you are getting to go in the ring. The judges will coach all new comers and tell you exactly what to do. As long as your dog will walk to your left and doesn't freak out on a table, mind the judges touching them or you showing there teeth (males they will check them there too...lol) To stack take the dogs front feet bring them to the edge of the table make sure their chest is aligned try to train the dog to look forward-head slightly raised, bring their hind legs back slightly. You will need a lead (about $5.00) you can ball up into your hand when stacking, bring that lead just behind your dogs ears firmly, but not chocking this will help the dog not to be as distracted to their surroundings and usually help to keep them stacked.
If they are not perfect it is okay they are being judged against their standard not you as a handler. Everyone is very helpful and friendly, like I said I had a blast.